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Long Rides and Highway Cruising!

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snark said:
My '81 450L is great for a long cruise on the highway. I have to wonder how fast you plan to be going if you're cruising at 7K on the tach. I'm usually about 4500 to 5500K at about 65 to 70 mph in 6th gear...gets me close to 65 to 70 mpg.

As for riding 200 miles straight...take the scenic route. I always find a place or two along the way that I want to stop and enjoy the views.
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The stock gears on my '81E are 16/45... in 6th I run about 100 RPM/ 1 MPH. I'll be on the interstate for ~150 miles so I'd like to cruise at ~70+ if possible.

Finding scenic spots is no problem, well, actually, it may be THE problem 'cause there are too many! The routes from Denver to Rapid City (Sturgis) have several legs of 40 miles + without any services or towns.

I've decided to trailer the bike since I don't have any luggage for it. I think I'm still going to order new sprockets though, probably start with a 17-tooth front and if that doesn't do it for me I'll try a 43-tooth rear in addition.
 
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